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Diploma in Public Relations

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SAQA ID88523
NQF Level6
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Diploma in Public Relations is a 360-credit higher-education qualification at NQF Level 6 in the Public Relations subfield. It is intended to develop a formal foundation for understanding and working with public relations activities and communication in organisational settings.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in public relations, organisational communication and related communication-focused work may consider this qualification. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule; prospective students should confirm the provider’s current admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for public-relations-related work by providing formal study in the public relations field. No specific related careers have been mapped in the available information, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Public relations communication
  • Organisational communication
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Stakeholder communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma in Public Relations
SAQA ID
88523
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
360
Field
3
Subfield
Public Relations
Originator
The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available registration record shows an end date of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
  • Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether any workplace, practical or experiential requirements apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 88523, NQF Level 6 and 360-credit structure match the current offering.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.